Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney is celebrating after a successful night at their 9th Annual Gala night that was held on the 13th September 2019.

Held at The Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney in the prestigious Marble Room, the event was hosted by MC Gareth McCray OAM, widely known for his work on Sydney radio stations, and featured musical performances from Debora Krizak and classical string musicians, Anastasia and Sebastien Hibbard for the night's entertainment.

The evening raised $46,647 for The Smith Family, where the money will be put towards their sponsorship programs, where young disadvantaged Australian kids receive educational and support including tutoring, school supplies and support coaching. The hotel has proudly raised enough funds to fully support the educational costs of 75 children for one year. The Smith Family is a fully supportive charity based in Sydney, aiding disadvantaged children and families to help break the poverty cycle. With one in six Australian children and young people growing up in poverty, it is essential this cycle of disadvantage is broken, through the improvement of education in young people.

The hotel and their partners donated all the services for the evening including food, beverages, AV support, entertainment, room design and prizes allowing all the funds raised to go to the charity. In addition, 45 staff members donated their time after hours to support the event throughout the evening.

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney General Manager, Peter Tudehope said, “This is the ninth year that Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney has held the Gala Dinner. It is our major fundraising opportunity and is our way of giving back to the community who support us. This is part of our commitment to a 5-year plan to support organisations or charities associated with children – and provide disadvantaged children with the education they need to achieve their full potential.

“The Smith Family supports 42,841 students across Australia in 94 disadvantaged communities, with 174,823 students requiring support in 2018. We are delighted to be supporting The Smith Family to help improve the quality of life and break the poverty cycle in Australia, by improving education and intervening early.”

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About Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney is a stylish five-star hotel housed within a stunning heritage-listed building and features 336 guest rooms, 28 suites, signature Bentley Restaurant and Bar, Fax lobby bar, eight meeting rooms including two heritage-style rooms, the Lady Fairfax tea room and a Health Club and Spa.

Located at 27 O'Connell Street in the heart of Sydney it offers easy access to major transport links, attractions and shopping precincts, making it an ideal accommodation choice or conference and meeting venue.  For further information please visit https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-sydney

All guests at the Radisson Blu receive complimentary internet access with wireless access available throughout the hotel. All guestrooms offer an en-suite bathroom with marble vanity, separate shower and extra deep tub, plus additional amenities including pillow menu, iPod dock, gourmet mini bar, 24-hour room service, tea and coffee making facilities, iron and ironing board, in-room safe and a daily newspaper.

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